With a recently released album and numerous packed shows, Hedley believes it's important to stay grounded.

The Vancouver-based band played Tecumseh Park on Saturday as part of the PC BBQTown event, with some fans even waiting at the entrance since early in the morning.

Guitarist Dave Rosin called the enthusiasm humbling and said it also reminded him of how he was at that age going to festivals.

"I was always the guy that showed up right away to see as many bands as possible," he said. "I think that's part of just being a fan of music."

Jacob Hoggard fronts the band, which also features Tommy Mac on bass and Chris Crippin on drums.

After forming in 2004, they signed a deal with Universal Music Canada and released their self-titled debut album. They've since had 15 Juno nominations.

Rosin is pleased with their fourth and latest album, 'Storms', saying they try to keep pushing themselves with each effort.

"If someone was to say, 'Wow, it sounds exactly the same as your last one,' then I'd be worried I think," he said.

Rosin said the band was going through a lot personally and learned to rely on one other.

He said he tries to keep a positive outlook and make the most of his time in the music industry.

"I would be happy even if I was digging ditches tomorrow, but until then, this is the best job I could probably ever have," he said.

An estimated 8,700 people attended the event. Rosin said he and his bandmates were enjoying the atmosphere.

"When we do our actual tour in arenas, we're stuck indoors all day," he said. "Now here we are, showing up outside... beautiful wind is blowing. It's a free show (and) people are ready for a rock concert."

This fall, Hedley will continue to tour, this time in the U.S.

"We are a band that is a travelling band at heart," Rosin said. "I think that we are just going to keep trying to rack up our Air Miles and do some more shows."